The PowHerNY Equal Pay Campaign represents a decades long fight to reform New York’s equal pay laws and policies. Inspired by a court decision in the mid 1980’s, advocates have collaborated to advance what became known as the NYS Fair Pay Act, first passed in the Assembly in 2002 with the help of the NYS Pay Equity Coalition (NYSPEC). More recently the Equal Pay Coalition NYC championed this cause and made significant gains and measurable progress.
To create a stronger voice for wage equality, the Equal Pay Coalition NYC and PowHer NY joined forces in 2014 to expand our public education and policy reform campaign. This statewide network of over 100 civic groups, in coordination with other state and national coalitions, is proud to have been a driving force in the passage of the NY Equal Pay Bill (A6075/S1), the NY Salary History Ban, NY Salary Range Disclosure Law, and more!
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PowHerNY Equal Pay Campaign actively continues its push for pay fairness in our country, state, and every municipality. Be part of the PowHer NY Equal Pay Campaign by contacting Beverly Neufeld or Abby Grimshaw at info@powherny.org and sign-up for updates and actions.
Equal Pay Campaign Highlights
National Equal Pay Day, which falls in March, is now celebrated across New York due to the leadership of the Equal Pay Campaign. This observation is a central organizing tool for public education, media coverage, network development, and expanded advocacy efforts.
Annually on Equal Pay Day, the PowHerNY Equal Pay Campaign organizes an in-person rally in addition to massive online actions that engage policymakers and the public.
Legislative Advocacy
The Equal Pay Campaign has been an important force behind pay transparency legislation, salary history bans, pay data analysis, and more pay equity legislation. Learn more >
Voter Activation
Every year, the PowHerNY coalition leads PowHer The Vote, a nonpartisan election action series that educates voters and candidates on pay equity and women’s rights in New York.
2024 Equal Pay Day Rally at New York City Hall.